Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Acute - up to $45/hr

About the opportunity

Independent licensed vocational nurses use ShiftKey to connect with a nationwide network of hospitals, bidding on shifts that match preferences and choosing their own rates. This role offers flexibility to choose hospitals, days, and rates, supporting extra income, better work/life balance, or more control over scheduling.

Freedom and flexibility

• Take control of your schedule: skip night shifts, keep Mondays free, reserve time for school pickup, work only when it suits you
• Earn on your terms: earn extra income even with another job, with options for instant payment through ShiftKey Wallet (subject to a $2.95 fee per payment), instant payments to an existing debit card (subject to a 2% fee, $2.99 minimum), or direct deposit
• Find the right environment: experience a variety of hospital settings and choose what works best for you

Portable benefits

As an independent contractor, you can access and purchase portable benefits through Stride Health, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. (Insurance is provided through Stride Health; ShiftKey does not offer health, dental, vision, or life insurance.)

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED
• A valid LVN license in the state of CA

What you might do

Licensed vocational nurses support patient comfort, continuity of care, and day-to-day recovery progress. Depending on the shift, you may:

• Chart and record medications and treatments
• Observe patients and report changes in condition
• Measure and record vital signs, weight, height, and other diagnostics
• Comfort and reassure patients

What LVNs using ShiftKey say

"I'm an LPN and a full-time student pursuing my RN, so I need flexibility. Because I choose my schedule, I can keep up with my studies and spend time with my family. And bidding on shifts helps me with my monthly bills and my school tuition. I am forever grateful to ShiftKey!" — Rita, LVN

"ShiftKey has been amazing. I've been able to work as much or as little as I need to. I've been able to plan vacation days and create a schedule in that area for extra cash. I like knowing I can work where I need to!" — Amy, LVN